The China International Pet Show (CIPS) experienced significant growth in 2013. Nearly 36,000 visitors from 69 countries browsed products and learned about the services of 916 exhibitors from 23 countries on a trade show floor that grew by 18 percent over 2012. CIPS, which was held in Guangzhou, China, in November, featured the China Pet Industry Forum, a Pet Groomer Certification and Grooming Contest, and an all-breed dog show.